Strategy Formulation For Attaining Competitive Advantage (Karachi)
Strategic Management
Strategy Formulation For Attaining Competitive Advantage (Karachi)
₨39,000.00
April 21 – 22, 2026
@ PIM, Karachi.
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Effective strategy formulation aligns vision and mission with clearly defined strategic objectives, prioritizes resource allocation, and establishes coherent choices regarding the areas of competition and the approaches to success. It necessitates analytical rigor, systems thinking, and leadership judgment to effectively balance risk, opportunity, and stakeholder expectations. Ultimately, proficient strategy formulation translates ambition into actionable directives and measurable performance outcomes.
COURSE CONTENTS
- Types of strategies and their application
- Strategies for business turnaround
- Strategies for diversification
- Strategies for competing in global markets
- Blue ocean strategy
- Various thrust for business strategy
- Strategic plan outline
- Measures for strategy success
- Projecting cash flow and P&L Account
LEARNING OUTCOMES
- Make use of various tools for strategy formulation
- Understand industry lifecycle strategies
- Choose an appropriate strategic thrust
- Develop measures for strategy success, and
- Develop an action plan for strategy formulation
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
This training program is designed for middle and senior level professionals engaged or to be engaged in the process of strategy development, long term business plans, and creating competitive advantage for the their organization.
PROFILE OF THE RESOURCE PERSON
Dr. M. Syed ul Haque currently serves as the Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer at the Pakistan Institute of Management, where he oversees institutional strategy, organizational transformation, and executive development initiatives. A highly experienced management trainer and consultant with over 30 years of expertise, he focuses on corporate strategic analysis, planning, and implementation, helping organizations achieve sustainable performance and business excellence.
He holds a PhD in Management and Administrative Sciences with a concentration in Strategic Management. Earlier, he earned a Master of Science from the University of Huddersfield and an MBA from the University of Santo Tomas. With additional graduate qualifications in commerce and electrical engineering, he brings a rare interdisciplinary perspective—integrating operational systems, financial discipline, and strategic leadership into cohesive business solutions. He is also a Certified Lead Assessor for ISO 9000 and ISO 14000, accredited by the British Standards Institution, London.
Dr. Syed commenced his professional career at Citibank before transitioning to PIM, where he progressed through merit-based advancement and demonstrated competence. He effectively managed a Strategic Business Unit for a decade prior to taking on the role of Executive Director in 2021. His leadership is characterized by strategic clarity, institutional reinforcement, and a consistent track record of producing measurable organizational impact.
About Instructors
Dr. Muhammad Syed Ul Haque
Working as a Executive Director at PIM. His areas of specialization are Finance and Strategic Management.
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